lately
So where did this week go, huh? I’ve spent almost every day this week working deeper and deeper into my visual thesis, and reading a ton on interactive design, our brains (yeah!), and even some on creative processes. The written part is all figured out as to structure and topics and found quotes, but a couple pages still need to be written. I can’t believe how I went from a panic a couple weeks ago, to kind of smooth sailing. There will be some road bumps ahead, I’m sure, but for now it’s more about being able to truck along than anything. It’s always nice when you find those last couple things that seem to tie up all those loose ends. If you’re in to reading what I’m reading, check it out:
Learning to See—A great post on how we learn as graphic designers. There was a great part in this post about the difference between knowing typography and being an expert in typography that had me all ‘yes yes yes!’—then more of those moments happened. Just read it.
Designing with the Mind in Mind—I’m only a bit through this one, but if you’re into web design or UX design, this is a great one. It shows you how our brain works, and how to design interactive elements based on how we think as humans. I’m way into it. Hah.
How to Think Like a Great Graphic Designer—A look into famous graphic designers and their creative processes. Two words: Stephan. Sagmeister.
Other than thesis, I’ve spent a lot of time blowing my nose and sneezing and taking allergy medicine. I think half of my week is spent trying to figure out how to act like a normal human that isn’t terribly allergic to the outside right now. I really need to get my hands on some local honey, stat.
I hope you have a lovely weekend everyone. I’m off to craft and read and to generally fill my brain with knowledge. Oh, and these happened again. Snacks galore.